1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1985 Ford Meteor is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Because 1972 Buick Skylark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
